2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 525 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |